Senegal has called for full access to the Thiaroye massacre archives, aiming for transparency on this dark chapter in its colonial history. The new government is committed to remembering the event, holding a ceremony at the Thiaroye military camp to honor the victims.
The massacre occurred on December 1, 1944, when French soldiers fired on African soldiers demanding their pay. Eighty years later, the exact number of victims remains unclear.
The government is focused on ensuring this tragic event is remembered. A ceremony on December 1 at the Thiaroye camp honored those who died in the massacre.
The commemoration sparked controversy in France. Lawmaker Aurélien Taché criticized President Macron’s absence, calling it surprising given the historical significance of the massacre.
Taché addressed the French National Assembly, noting Macron’s recognition of the massacre after years of denial. He expressed disappointment that Macron didn’t attend the ceremony, intensifying the debate over recognition and transparency.
